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Environment Artist at Scanlinevfx

Scanlinevfx · Vancouver, Canada · Hybrid

CA$130,000.00  -  CA$155,000.00

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As an Environment Artist, you will be responsible for creating high-level and diverse 3D and
2.5D environments for use in live-action VFX using a generalist skillset.


As an Environment Artist, you will be responsible for creating high-level and diverse 3D and2.5D environments for use in live-action VFX using a generalist skillset.

This salary range is specific to applicants applying to our position in Vancouver, BC. To determine your base salary, we consider your qualifications, skills, and experience. These considerations can cause your compensation to vary outside of this range and will also be dependent on your location.


Key Responsibilities
  • Assess the most efficient methodology per environment brief along with Lead and/or Supervisor
  • Receive and respond to artistic/technical direction and feedback
  • Approaches will vary from a 2.5D Matte Painting projection setups, through full 3D asset builds using bespoke and procedural tools
  • Provide and acquire photographic reference materials
  • Perform tasks related to integrating imagery into shots and preserving a unified sense of lighting, perspective, and color
  • Use photography, practical, and digital skills to create photoreal 3D environments
  • Revise work based on client and supervisor feedback in a timely manner
  • Communicate clearly with production regarding schedule and task assignments
  • Manage scene files and hand off work to other departments in an organised fashion
  • Troubleshoot and problem solve technical issues independently or with assistance from TDs and/or Pipe


    • Qualifications
  • Minimum three (3) years of previous experience as a Digital Matte Painter or 3D
  • Environment Artist for live-action feature and/or television
  • Strong understanding of 3D packages including 3ds Max, Maya and Houdini and 2D/Shading packages such as Nuke, Adobe Photoshop and Substance
  • Knowledge of supplementary software including ZBrush, Gaea, and SpeedTree also strongly recommended, as well as basic lighting knowledge
  • Strong Matte Painting and 2.5D projection skills are necessary for an env/dmp role
  • Compositing and scripting experience is a plus
  • Knowledge of ai/generative workflows and tools is a plus
  • Strong willingness to grow, learn new methods & tools, and share knowledge with others
  • Ability to work and solve technical issues independently
  • Ability to take direction positively, work well within a team and thrive under the pressure of tight deadlines
  • Excellent communication skills and an open mind
  • Team player able to work in a collaborative and fast-paced environment


    • About Us
    Scanline VFX is an award-winning leader in the visual effects industry with 7 studios worldwide, including London, Los Angeles, Montreal, Seoul, Mumbai, Hyderabad and Vancouver. Since our beginning in 1989, we strive to set the highest standard of quality in everything we do. Through innovation, we generate solutions for our clients and raise the bar — both within our workplace and throughout our industry.

    We look for explorers, people who are willing to go to new places and are open to testing, learning and iterating as they go. We believe great ideas come from everyone, so we actively encourage team members to ask questions and present their ideas.

    Eyeline Studios
    Eyeline Studios, our virtual production division, is rethinking the future of real-time filmmaking by providing content creators with unmatched flexibility. Learn more.

    Powered by Netflix
    Netflix’s investment in our pipeline, infrastructure, and workforce allows us to continue to push the boundaries of what is possible in visual effects. In addition to working on projects for Netflix, we continue to work with a variety of long-standing and new clients.

    Come as you are
    We are committed to ensuring fair and equal treatment of your application. When you apply for a role with us, you will receive consideration based solely on your qualifications.

    We will only consider applicants based in British Columbia, or those willing to relocate.
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